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Quick Shredded Chicken Taco Bowl Healthy Style


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  • Author: Penny Smith
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Fresh, protein-packed taco bowls loaded with seasoned shredded chicken, rice, beans, crisp vegetables, avocado and creamy lime sauce for a quick healthy meal.


Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup chicken broth

2 tablespoons lime juice

For Bowls:

2 cups cooked brown rice

1 can (15 ounces) black beans

1 cup corn

1 cup cherry tomatoes

1 cup shredded romaine

1 avocado

½ cup red onion

¼ cup cilantro

For Sauce:

½ cup Greek yogurt

2 tablespoons lime juice

1 tablespoon salsa

½ teaspoon cumin

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Pinch salt


Instructions

Season chicken with spices and cook in olive oil until browned. Add broth and lime juice, cover and simmer until cooked through.

Shred chicken and toss in pan juices.

Mix sauce ingredients until smooth.

Warm rice, beans, and corn.

Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, beans, vegetables, avocado and sauce.

Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for an even faster shortcut.

Cauliflower rice works well for a lower-carb version.

Great for meal prep up to 4 days.

Add extra salsa or jalapeños for more heat.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes